Link between obesity and gum disease

2019-12-10

Obesity and gum (periodontal) disease are among the most common non-communicable diseases in the United States -- and studies show these chronic conditions may be related. This new study explores the effect of obesity on non-surgical periodontal care and evaluates potential pathways that may illustrate the connection between the two conditions.

Ancient 'chewing gum' yields insights into people and bacteria of the past.

2019-12-17

Researchers have succeeded in extracting a complete human genome from a thousands-of-years-old 'chewing gum.' According to the researchers, it is a new untapped source of ancient DNA.

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European Forum on Dentistry and Dental Materials

Link between obesity and gum disease

Ancient 'chewing gum' yields insights into people and bacteria of the past.